A Burning Sea
A Burning Sea by Theodore Brun, published by Atlantic Books, Limited in April 2020, is a 496-page work of fiction that intertwines elements of fantasy and historical narrative. The story follows Erlan Aurvandil, who embarks on a dangerous journey from his Northern homeland to Constantinople, only to face betrayal and enslavement at the hands of a Byzantine general. Concurrently, Lilla Sviggarsdottir, the Queen of Svealand, seeks Erlan’s aid after losing her husband and kingdom, leading her to the gates of Constantinople amidst rising corruption and political intrigue.
Readers will find a rich tapestry of adventure and conflict as Erlan and Lilla navigate the treacherous landscape of a city on the brink of chaos. The narrative explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the struggle for freedom against a backdrop of historical events. As the characters confront their fates, the story delves into the complexities of power and the looming threat of war, making for a compelling exploration of their intertwined destinies.
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Erlan Aurvandil has turned his back on the past and his native Northern lands, taking a perilous journey to the greatest city in the world, Constantinople. But as his voyage ends, Erlan is brutally betrayed, captured and enslaved by a powerful Byzantine general. Meanwhile, Lilla Sviggarsdottir, Queen of Svealand, has lost her husband and with him, her father’s kingdom. Her life in danger, Lilla escapes to find Erlan, the one man who can save her, following his trail to the very gates of Constantinople. But corruption infests the city, and a dark tide is rising against the Emperor from within his own court. As the shadows darken and whispers of war begin to strengthen, Erlan’s fate becomes intertwined with that of the city. Are they both doomed to fall, or can freedom be won in the blood of battle?
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